«Translatio nummorum». Coin Languages. Roman Emperors and Roman Antiquities at Ranaissanse
For many centuries there was no such thing as banknotes, and to this day metal coins are objects for collecting and study.
On show are ancient monies, Renaissance plaquettes, gems and engravings from the Pushkin Museum collection, and rare 16th-century books. Also: Learn about Jesus' tribute penny and the widow's mite.
